BackExperience the speed and efficiency of quarry and dump design with K-MINE. In this video, we demonstrate how to create optimized pit contours, add roads, apply topography, and build final wireframes—all in just 50 clicks! Streamline your mine planning process with automated tools that reduce waste material and enhance transportation efficiency. Watch now to see how you can save time and optimize your workflow with K-MINE.
Video transcription
Today, we invite you to experience the speed and efficiency of building optimal quarry and dump contours.
We start by selecting the pit bottom contours and assigning them to the desired elevation from the level list. Next, we add two roads and align them at their intersections. To enhance transportation efficiency, we introduce switchbacks—more roads mean more opportunities to minimize haul distances. However, every road that remains in the final contour increases waste material volume.
With roads added, it’s time to apply the topographic surface. Once confirmed, we observe how our pit evolves. The final step involves generating the ultimate wireframe with a single click and verifying project accuracy.
Now, let’s add dumps to complete the mine design. Setting the dump’s base elevation at +30m, we account for uneven topography, ensuring accurate positioning. Since the base elevation may not align perfectly with the terrain, we project multiple levels for precision. After adding roads and applying topography, we build the final wireframe, completing the design process.
Now, a challenge for you—how many clicks did you count? We got 47! With preconfigured settings, our plugin accelerates the process, making pit and dump design incredibly efficient. Where else can you complete a full quarry and dump plan in just 50 clicks? Optimize your workflow and save time with K-MINE.
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